For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $40,481 - $49,477. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $360. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,481 - $49,477.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,481 - $49,477 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $465 - $569. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $480 - $586.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,643 - $3,231. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,806 - $4,652 |
9.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$465 - $569 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$218 - $266 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$480 - $586 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,643 - $3,231 |
6.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $430 - $526. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$430 - $526 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$430 - $526 |
1.1% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $254 - $310. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,626 - $1,988, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,124 - $1,374.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,626 - $1,988 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$502 - $614 |
1.2% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $12,905 - $15,773, which is about 31.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$12,905 - $15,773 |
31.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,307 - $2,819 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,414 - $5,394 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$4,588 - $5,608 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,597 - $1,951 |
3.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,349 - $4,093. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,349 - $4,093 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$520 - $636 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$936 - $1,144 |
2.3% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$725 - $887 |
1.8% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$929 - $1,135 |
2.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $939 - $1,147.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$939 - $1,147 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$379 - $463 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$560 - $684 |
1.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,346 - $1,645, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $849 - $1,037, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,006 - $8,562 |
17.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,811 - $5,881 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,346 - $1,645 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$849 - $1,037 |
2.1% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $833 - $1,018.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,266 - $1,548 |
3.1% |
|
Lodging
|
$434 - $530 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$833 - $1,018 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $7,246 - $8,856 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $3,188 - $3,896 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,434 - $2,974. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,246 - $8,856 |
17.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$400 - $488 |
1.0% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$331 - $405 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$598 - $730 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,188 - $3,896 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,434 - $2,974 |
6.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,654 - $2,022. This service accounts for 4.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,654 - $2,022 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,654 - $2,022 |
4.1% |